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Letter: Another Paw Raised for ‘Paws’

February 19, 2024
As a resident of Belmont since 2004, I strongly support “The Paws in the Park” program! This is a very well-thought-out program and following the recommendations of this program, I truly believe that Belmont can continue to have a successful off-leash dog…

Letter: Preserve ‘Paws’ Program

February 18, 2024
I am writing in support of the continuation of the “Paws in the Park” program. I and my golden retriever Cooper were proud participants in Belmont’s original “Goosebuster” program and a subsequent program that allowed dogs tested by the town’s animal control…

Letter: Vote ‘Yes’ on Override

February 18, 2024
Three generations of the Lind family have lived in Belmont, beginning in 1972, and we have a deep love for this community. Belmont has enabled our family to thrive. We hope it can do the same for the next generation of Linds:…

Letter: Is This a Prudent Policy?

February 17, 2024
After reading the main article in the Belmont Voice, ‘Board Sets $8.4M Override’ (Feb. 20) as well as a letter titled ‘Pass the Override,’ I sensed the urgency that’s reflected in them about the overall situation the Town of Belmont is facing…

Letter: Ensure Open Discussion

February 17, 2024
We get the government we voted for and we live in one the bluest of blue states, where one political party governs. This allows our elected representatives to set up restrictive access at public meetings and other forums; there is no political…

Letter: The Unforeseen Impact of an Override

February 13, 2024
The article, “Select Board Sets $8.4M Override,” which appeared in the February 2 issue, says, “at least one woman, however, cautioned the Select Board to consider the impact a large override may have on residents, particularly seniors.” Allow me to clarify the…

Letter: Save Our Town

February 12, 2024
What does Belmont mean to you? As two generations of Belmontians, my mother and I take pride in our town. Our family moved here when I was 3 years-old to join an amazing community who cared about education and each other. I…

Letter: Safer Heating Alternatives

February 10, 2024
Our school buildings should provide safe, comfortable learning environments where all students can grow and thrive. Recently in Belmont, however, a gas leak at Winn Brook Elementary did just the opposite, threatening the health of our children, educators, and school staff and…

Letter: Pass the Override

February 3, 2024
Thank you for covering the very important override issue and for laying out a lot of the facts of a complicated situation. I, however, am disappointed in the overall lack of urgency in the article. Our town stands on the brink and…

Letter: Is This Democratic?

February 3, 2024
On Jan. 23, (House Minority Whip Rep.) Katherine Clark, D-Mass. and (Rep.) Will Brownsberger, D-Belmont, held an event “On Democracy” at The First Church in Belmont Unitarian Universalist. But ironically, it wasn’t advertised to the people of Belmont. I heard of the…
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